Lionel Messi to join shock club from Inter Miami & he could earn more than Cristiano Ronaldo

Though he’s in the final stages of a legendary career, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner continues to show flashes of brilliance on the pitch.

Just this past Sunday, Messi netted twice in Inter Miami’s 4-1 victory over Montreal, helping lift the team to sixth place in the league standings after 21 games.

However, his long-term stay in Miami is uncertain, with reports from France suggesting he could leave once his contract expires at the end of the year.

Saudi Pro League champions Al Ahli are said to be actively pursuing Messi, hoping to lure him away from the U.S., though Inter Miami are eager to keep him beyond the winter.

While the financial terms of any potential deal remain unclear, Saudi interest in Messi has been well-documented.

Should he make the move, Messi would join a squad that includes former Premier League stars like Riyad Mahrez, Roberto Firmino, and Ivan Toney.

Before signing with Inter Miami, Messi famously turned down a staggering €1.5 billion offer from Al Hilal in favor of a move to Major League Soccer.

That offer reportedly included a salary of €500 million per year—more than what Cristiano Ronaldo currently earns at Al Nassr, even after his latest contract extension.

Ronaldo’s current deal is said to pay him around £488,000 per day, with additional ambassadorial perks pushing his total earnings beyond £492 million over two years.

As Messi weighs his next move, the football world watches closely—wondering whether he’ll stay in Miami, return to Europe, or take on a new challenge in the Middle East.